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Why test kidneys for heart issues?
The story highlights new European guidelines encouraging kidney function screening for heart disease patients. This is because the two conditions are often linked; problems in one can worsen or even cause problems in the other. Early testing helps doctors spot these connections, allowing for treatment plans that tackle both diseases together and improve patient outcomes.
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